Creation of Hand-painted Modules Digitized in Photoshop
The mood board
A course by Marta Cortese , Surface Designer
About the video: The mood board
Overview
“Now I'll show you a mood board with the images I liked most, which retrace a bit of what we analyzed regarding the shapes of the subjects we want to represent: we look for compact, slender, jagged shapes, under whose surfaces we can also glimpse something. ”
In this video lesson Marta Cortese addresses the topic: The mood board, which is part of the Domestika online course: Creation of Hand-painted Modules Digitized in Photoshop. Master the art of hand-drawn patterns with digital enhancements on Photoshop. Learn to craft versatile designs adaptable to various scales and backgrounds..
Partial transcription of the video
“Once the elements have been selected, let's create a mood board to see how they interact with each other. I have already created it starting from the inspirations of the previous lesson. I'll show it to you. I entered the monstera, which is a typically exotic plant. I chose two images. One is very full and one is emptier and you can see the silhouette of the leaf well. I like the lights and shadows and it will be useful for developing the drawing. This is the bright part. This is the leaf in the shade. Then I chose a palm leaf. Its shape is round, but it has spikes. It's very beautiful, but...”
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Course summary for: Creation of Hand-painted Modules Digitized in Photoshop
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Category
Craft, Illustration -
Software
Adobe Photoshop -
Areas
Arts & Crafts, DIY, Interactive Design, Paper Craft, Pattern Design, Traditional illustration

Marta Cortese
A course by Marta Cortese
Meet Marta Cortese, a versatile textile and interior designer known for her boundless creativity. With over 30 years of experience, Marta's journey from architecture to textile design showcases her dedication to transforming passion into a fulfilling profession. Her portfolio boasts collaborations with prestigious brands like Coin, Jannelli and Volpi, and Bassetti, alongside niche labels such as The Napking and Tessiture Telerie Toscane.
Marta's work transcends traditional boundaries, spanning fabrics, wallpapers, tableware, and more. Her relentless pursuit of inspiration is evident in her diverse influences, from the world of textiles to her adventures in wildlife photography. Marta's unique ability to translate the world around her into captivating patterns is a testament to her artistic depth. She brings a wealth of experience and creativity to her courses, offering students a glimpse into her world of design and a chance to refine their own creative journeys.
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